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All About Furniture

August 13, 2009

RENA NERBAS To fluff up carpet that has been pressed down by the legs of sofas and chairs, fill the hole with ice cubes. When the water dries the carpet will spring back up. Easter egg dye stain remover: Mix 1/2 teaspoon of dishwashing liquid with 1/2 cup of lukewarm water. Dab with a white

Crops, News

Organic Systems Explore Sustainable Options

By Laura Rance-Unger August 6, 2009

“Sixty-five pounds of nitrogen per acre is very possible in Manitoba.” – MARTIN ENTZ Researchers tending the fields at the University of Manitoba’s research farm here have another duty to add to their daily roster – moving sheep. A small flock of ewes and lambs has taken up residence on site as part of the

Cereals, Crops

Early Warning For Fusarium In Oats Lacking

By Ron Friesen August 6, 2009

The symptoms of fusarium head blight in cereal crops are classic. Portions of the heads appear bleached, blighted and straw coloured. But while it’s easy to detect fusarium in wheat and barley, it’s not so easy in oats. Commercial oats tend not to show symptoms of the disease until the crop is practically in the

News

Suspected Glyphosate-Resistant Ragweed In Ontario

By Allan Dawson August 6, 2009

Giant ragweed could be the first “made in Canada” weed resistant to the non-selective herbicide glyphosate, so it’s worth watching out for, says University of Manitoba weed scientist Robert Gulden. Giant ragweed can be found in Manitoba, but it’s much more common in Ontario he told those participating in the Crop Diagnostic School here at

News, Oilseeds

Canola Investment Soars

By Laura Rance-Unger July 30, 2009

The canola race is heating up. Monsanto Canada broke ground on a $10-million research facility at the University of Manitoba Monday becoming the third company to announce a major expansion in canola research and development on the Canadian Prairies in as many weeks. Ryan Baldwin, Monsanto’s lead researcher for seed and traits, said canola has

News

Agriculture Hall Of Fame – for Jul. 30, 2009

July 30, 2009

Allan and Edythe Arnott (nee Rex) were raised and obtained their early education at Darlingford, Manitoba. They graduated from Morden High School. From 1942 to 1945, Allan served in the Royal Canadian Air Force and the Royal British Navy. After obtaining a diploma in agriculture from the University of Manitoba, Allan returned to the family

Country Crossroads

Human Ecology Faculty Marks Centennial In 2010

By Lorraine Stevenson July 30, 2009

“Home economists and human ecologists have done some outstanding things through the years and have assisted and helped change society.” – ELAINE ADAM, CO-CHAIR OF THE 2010 CENTENNIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE Photos and stories are sought for the 2010 centennial Any materials persons wish to submit can be mailed to: The Home Economics and Human Ecology

Opinion

Traceability Important But Elusive

By Ian Wishart July 23, 2009

Earlier this month, Keystone Agricultural Producers attended a research and development conference for agriculture and food traceability. Trace R&D was hosted by the University of Manitoba and it focused on examining traceability technology and looking into a national traceability research strategy. A considerable portion of the event highlighted perspectives on traceability from different points in

Livestock

Carbon Offsets Could Reduce The Stink From Manure Lagoons

By Allan Dawson July 16, 2009

“Ninety-five per cent of the odour is gone.” – LEONARD HOFER Cutting the stink from manure storage lagoons doesn’t earn farmers a cent, but capturing and destroying the methane lagoons create might. Preferred Carbon, Farmers Edge Precision Consulting, the University of Manitoba and Starlite Colony have set up a pilot project to study to see

Cereals, Crops

What’s Up – for Jul. 16, 2009

July 16, 2009

Please forward your agricultural events to [email protected] call 204-944-5762 July 16 – Manitoba Zero Tillage Research Association annual summer tour, 10 a. m. to 3 p. m., MZTRA farm, 12 miles north of Brandon on Highway 10 and half a mile east on Hwy. 353. All welcome, lunch provided. For more info call 204-725-3939 or

Daily Network News

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